Join us on Sunday, September 29th at Red Top Mountain (Iron Hill Trailhead) for a run through the Southern end of the park. Come explore the southern peninsula; part rarely visited in competition. Note: Runners, particularly Green and Red, will visit the old campgrounds on the peninsula. There are numerous concrete picnic tables throughout this area that are not mapped. There is also a new trail network to aid in your discovery of this area of the park. The start/finish will be located in the field to the SW of the parking area. There are no shelters or shade. Please plan accordingly for any groups that may participate. Canopies, chairs, and sunscreen will certainly be in order.
We will offer White through Red courses, and of course, beginner instruction to any who desire. Courses will be officially open from 11am to 1pm, with beginner instruction beginning at 10:30am. We will get you out earlier if possible, as the weather is predicted to be hot.
Turnout is anticipated to be high for this event, with numerous school groups attending. The Iron Hill parking area is limited and not exclusive to this event. Please, please carpool as much as possible. School groups please pre-register for the event. Any group bringing more than 5 runners, please contact Meet Director, Ron Hojnowski (985-788-8567) via phone/text, and if possible, provide an estimate of how many runners for each course.
Event volunteers are always needed and appreciated. If you are interested in helping out with event registration, start, beginner training, scoring or control pickup, please contact Meet Director.
| Course | Description | Controls | Distance | Climb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | Beginner course | 9 | 2.3 km | 40 m |
| Yellow | Novice course | 10 | 3.4 km | 70 m |
| Orange | Intermediate course | 11 | 4.2 km | 120 m |
| Silver | Very Short course | 9 | 2.5 km | 80 m |
| Brown | Short Advanced course | 10 | 3.8 km | 105 m |
| Green | Medium Advanced course | 12 | 5.8 km | 180 m |
| Red | Advanced course | 15 | 7.1 km | 240 m |
GAOC offers beginner instruction at all local meets. Runners may start their course any time between 11:00am and 1:00pm with a 3-hour time limit for all courses. All runners must be off the courses by 3:00pm.
Red Top Mountain may be accessed via I-75 (Exit 285). Follow signs to the park via Red Top Mountain Rd. SE. After crossing Lake Allatoona at Bethany Bridge, the Iron Hill Trail Head will be 1.8 miles on your right. You may also access the park from the south, via Glade Rd. Upon entering the park via Glade Rd., Iron Hill will be 0.5 miles on your left. The park address is 50 Lodge Road SE, Acworth, GA 30102.
Typical fees are shown below. Participants may go out on the course as individuals or with a group. E-chip rental is required if you do not have your own stick.
| Members | $7 |
| Associate and Non-members | $10 |
| Additional Maps | $3 |
| SI-8 E-chip Rental | $3 |
| SIAC E-chip Rental | $5 |
| State Park Parking Fee | $5 |
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Ron Hojnowski 985-788-8567